Yes of course- As an entity run by passionate bike enthusiasts, we want more and more people to start using bikes for everything from riding to work to enjoying leisurely expeditions. That’s why our expeditions are designed to allow the general public to enjoy the tour. We will be riding at a comfortable pace, for your convenience. Our tours are graded to give you an indication of the fitness level required. If you’re looking for something more adrenaline pumped, you can take part in our Bicycle Tours. 

Cycling can be enjoyed in most weather conditions, including summers. Our tour operators will slightly change the schedule so that you can escape the blaring afternoon sun. We will include more water stops and cater to your requirements to make the tour a fulfilling one for you. 

Generally, the sooner the better, especially with Bike Tours and particularly when travelling with a group tours can be fill up quickly.

We do, unlike some companies with middlemen, and sales agents, we do it all. We dream up the tours, research the routes, collect data and the length of the journey, share the beautiful experience with clients, and then run the tours with a combination of our experienced year-round staff, service providers and local staff in the countries the tour travels through.

Yes, cycling in rainy seasons is quite comfortable. Our team will provide you with a poncho so that you can stay warm and dry throughout the ride. We will also equip all bikes with mudguards so that you don’t have a problem riding over any terrain. However, if the rain is causing poor visibility, we will stop for breaks or organize a backup till the situation is clear.

We take extreme pleasure in making you feel at home. If you have certain dietary restrictions or allergies, please let us know while booking so that we can make culinary arrangements for you.

Absolutely, The tours have been designed to enable riders to explore some of the important places in the route. And since an average biking day will be five to seven hours, there will often be plenty of time to explore the local places on riding days as well.

Typically the answer is “NO”

In general, tipping in cycling touring in all countries has become a custom. How much you should give is totally up to you, the amount available with you and your subjective opinion about the services you come across.

• Flight to and from the tour (International)

• Bicycle, Spare parts, gear & accessories that you buy

• Travel health Insurance

• Vaccination

• Personal electronic, medical supplies and any other personal need

• Entry Visas (Where applicable)

• Souvenirs (Optional)

• Tips for staff (optional)

Our BTA  support van drives along our Biking route to offer light refreshments, water bottle refills and rides to those would like them when they get tired. 

Support vehicle loaded with luggage, extra Bike and bike parts and our refreshments.

You must insure yourself, your bicycle and your belongings in order to join our tours. We will ask for your insurance policy details at the time of final payment. The crew are not medically trained but at least on member on all Tours has current First Aid and CPR qualifications. We will have basic First Aid supplies but it is your responsibility to bring any medications. Chemists will be available at the villages are pass through along the way. Medical clinics will be accessible in some towns and we will help as best able. You must also have travel insurance policy that protects both you, your belongings and your bicycle. You must consider the implications of an accident during your vacation and take these responsibilities seriously. Details of your policy must provide to us at the time of payment. Bicycles can often be added as an extra on most conventional policies

The answer is YES, but as with any adventure travel there is certain level of risk that everyone need to accept. It is important to respect the local culture and people and to observe the law while travelling. Your greatest problem is motorized vehicles, as it is for cyclists everywhere, so practising defensive and wearing appropriate safety/ visibility gear is essential.

Our support vehicle can carry a limited number of riders and bikes. If you are sick or injured and cannot ride for a day or two you have the option to ride in our vehicles. At times, we have medic on our tours in more remote places where access to emergency services are limited. Medics are there to help with minor scrapes and bruises, and to assist in the event of an emergency. 

In all our tours, we have our own cycle mechanic that join the tour. Our cycle mechanic is around to offer any mechanical assistance that you may need. In the event that you have a major breakdown, we will try and keep you on the road by visiting local bike shops trying to find whatever parts are necessary. Where practical should you breakdown on the road, the mechanic will usually be along to help you out. As a last resort there will be always an extra bike in support vehicle.

In general, the currency shown on each tour page corresponds with the accepted currency in the country/ countries where the tour takes place (with few exceptions) we buy the majority of our tours in Euros and it is simply cost-effective for you and for us. In this way, the price you see remains fixed. Only the exchange rate changes. We suggest using an online currency converter to estimate your cost.

All prices are per person based on double room occupancy. Single booking will incur a supplement. Please inform yourself in regards to what is included and not included in your tour package.

We now accept payment in Euros. Our EU clients can pay directly to our European account in Euros without any wire fees. Those from Australia, New Zealand and several other destinations can also pay in their own currency in to our European account using a transfer service. If you prefer to use a credit card, do note that we can only charge in US Dollars and a 4% surcharge will apply. 

When you are ready to submit reservation, you will be asked to provide your height so that our local outfitters can determine your correct size. If there is any additional information you feel will be helpful in determining the best fit, feel free to add that in the comment section of the reservation form.

We advise that when you are assigned your bike or when you pick up your bike, that you check it over thoroughly, take a test ride to ensure everything is working properly. That all included accessories are indeed accounted for, and everything is up to your standards before starting the tour.

The answer is yes. Your own helmet is best for many reasons. It fits, It’s clean and you are accustomed to it. 

We strive to offer a variety of tours that will please all levels of cyclists. The majority of our tours fall within the easy to Moderate level which means they can be experienced by the beginner as well as the cycling enthusiast. It is essential that you have experience in the saddle and that you are in good physical condition. 

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To fully enjoy your bike tour, you should prepare, see each individual tour page for more details on its difficulty level. Our basis for categorizing our tours is below. Please remember that these general descriptions.

Easy: Flat terrain, Average daily distance approx. 30- 40 km

Easy to Moderate: Terrain is mainly flat with some sloping hills. A daily distance can sometimes exceed 40 km

Moderate: Terrian is made of rolling hills with some climbing involved. Itineraries frequently include two or more days with mileage more than 50 km.

Moderate to Difficult: Climbs are frequent and strenuous.

Difficult: Very hilly terrain such as you will find with our Himalayan Bicycle Expedition tours daily distance normally exceed 60 km, but not always. A very mountainous terrain but shorter daily distance will often times warrant the designation of Difficult.

Very Difficult / Challenging: Tours with longer distances and strenuous climb for eg Himalayan Bicycle Expedition.

For our trips, we are often asked “what kind of fitness levels are required”? Of course, if you have booked a trip that is at the upper end of your capabilities, you want to know that you have done all you can to prepare. Unfortunately, these questions are often the most difficult to answer. Only you know your current fitness levels and capabilities and can prepare according to the options available to you.

When altitude is involved, your ability to acclimatize is going to have a much greater impact on your progress than your fitness. However, poor fitness and preparation is not going to increase your chances. In an effort to help you reach your active adventure goals, we’ve produced helpful Fitness Guides to help prepare for your trip

It is always best to make your preparation as close to the real thing as possible. Of course, it’s tough to replicate the major mountain ranges around the world, but make sure you include ups and downs if you are preparing for a mountain ride. If you are still unsure about your fitness, or the difficulty of the ride, we suggest you refer again to our grading system or talk it through with one of our experts and please download our Cycling Fitness Guide.

The practice schedule varies from person to person. If you are a complete novice to cycling & haven't cycled before, then it takes somewhat more sweating than the one who is a regular to pedalling. Since the expedition involves high altitude & uphill riding conditions, the practise schedule should include these aspects.

The distance covered varies on each day depending upon the gradient of the route. The longest distance covered in a day is 75 km when its mostly downhill & the shortest is 38 km when it’s a complete ascent.

Any decent hardtail (with only front suspension) mountain bike with basic features will do the trick. The important thing to lookout for is the selection of right frame size according to your height. The bike should also have a good range of gear selection to negotiate the steep uphill climbs. For more details about the bike selection we can assist you on the same.

We do not provide bikes but we can assist you in getting one on rental basis through our cycling partners.

You need to carry your personal biking gear like helmet, cycling shorts, cycling gloves, sunglasses & cycle lock etc. There is a detailed list of packing items which we will be sending across to you that includes clothing, accessories & other personalised items.

There are few spare parts which can be unique to the make of the bike and hence the participants need to carry them. This includes spare tubes, gear cables, brake shoes, brake cables etc. A complete list will be provided to you. We will be providing puncture repair kits, air pump & common set of tools with the services of a trained mechanic.

There are few spare parts which can be unique to the make of the bike and hence the participants need to carry them. This includes spare tubes, gear cables, brake shoes, brake cables etc. A complete list will be provided to you. We will be providing puncture repair kits, air pump & common set of tools with the services of a trained mechanic.

If your bike breaks down in the middle of trip, it will be fixed by the mechanic who will be a part of the expedition team. In case the damage is beyond repair we will provide you a spare bike. One spare bike per group is carried by us.

The expedition includes a backup vehicle which will be accompanying the participants at all point of time. If at any point of time you are not able to continue due to fatigue or injury, you can use the vehicle and resume your cycling when you are fully recovered.

Yes, you do require special permit all along the trip, BTA will take care of all necessary permits for the entire expedition and all permits included in the expedition cost.

In case you have a medical condition, please consult your physician before taking up this trip if you have any health condition, you have to carry necessary prescribed medicines. Medicines for all common ailments will be carried by us including all major first aid equipment that includes Diuretic drug namely Diamox and oxygen cylinders.